Kirklees Together

Magical events in our towns and villages

Santa at Victoria Tower

Santa is back once again to visit Victoria Tower on Castle Hill on Saturday 14 December and Sunday 15 December 2024 from 11:00am – 3:00pm. So why don’t you get wrapped up and visit Santa on this very special weekend just before Christmas.

Please be aware it could be busy for Santa with some queuing expected and the weather can be unpredictable so be prepared.  

When: Saturday 14 December and Sunday 15 December 2024 from 11:00am – 3:00pm.

Where: Victoria Tower on Castle Hill

Cost: Admission prices are Adult £2.40, Child 65p and Family £4.85 (2 adults and 2 children) and both cash and contactless payments are accepted.

Dick Whittington

Following the success of Robin Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk and Cinderella, Lawrence Batley Theatre’s five-star, award-winning pantomime returns. Get ready to be taken on a journey that’ll leave you feline PAWsitevly magical!

Full of spellbinding effects, dazzling costumes, a hiss-terical script and toe-tapping mew-sical numbers, come join Dick and his cat for this rags to riches Christmas adventure!

When: Several dates available

Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre

Cost: £19.00 – £33.00

Christmas Children’s Art Workshop

Christmas Children’s Workshop is suitable for anyone aged 4 and upwards. You can make painted snowmen ornaments, silk Christmas cards, 3D cards and hanging decorations for your tree. No need to book in advance, just turn up on the day and make as much or as little as you like! Free activity will be available and children must be accompanied by an adult.

When: Sunday 15 December 2024 at 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Where: Wilton Park Batley

Cost: The prices start at £4.50 and we accept cash or card payment.

Wild Yuletide

Join Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) this festive season to celebrate creativity, art, delicious food and the great outdoors. Wrap up warm, get your boots and gloves on for a grounding day out at YSP. This year the halls will be decked, the fires lit and the mulled wine warm and ready for you to tuck into, helping you get into the festive spirit with loved ones. With a programme of Christmas craft workshops, tasty festive lunches and dinners, plus magical experiences outdoors for little ones, there is something for everyone to enjoy come rain, snow, wind and crisp sunshine. At the heart of their Wild Yuletide is the luminous Our Colour Reflection exhibition by multi-media artist, Liz West. Experience the much-loved 18th-century Chapel transformed and filled with endorphin-boosting light – a guaranteed pick-me-up. Their shops are filled with exciting new product ranges to help you get some Christmas shopping done during your visit.

When: 9.11.2024 – 5.1.2025

Where: Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Cost: £0 – £11. Don’t forget, kids get in for free and parking is always free.

Saturday MakerWorld family drop in sessions

MakerWorld sessions are every Saturday throughout the year. Unlock your children’s creativity and drop in to our fun themed sessions in MakerWorld which spark the imagination and inspire children from aged 4- 14yrs. You can drop in anytime between 11am-3pm, no need to book. All sessions are funded by The National Lottery Community Fund so they can be free to you!

When: Saturday 30.3.2024 – Saturday 21.12.2024

Where: Piazza Shopping Centre, Huddersfield. Look out for our colourful window display of children’s art.

Cost: Free

Christmas Children’s Art Workshop

Christmas Children’s Art Workshop is suitable for anyone aged 4 and upwards. You can make painted snowmen ornaments, silk Christmas cards, 3D cards and hanging decorations for your tree. No need to book in advance, just turn up on the day and make as much or as little as you like! Free activity will be available and children must be accompanied by an adult.

When: Saturday 21 December 2024 at 12:00 – 16:00

Where: Ravensknowle Park

Cost: The prices start at £4.50 and we accept cash or card payment.

Dinky Disco – December 2024

Gather up your mini movers and shakers for a daytime dance party for little ravers and their sleep deprived chaperones! At Dinky Disco a resident DJ spins tracks specially chosen to be enjoyed by little tapping toes and also get big people grooving (sorry no ‘Baby Shark’ here!) Take part in some simple dance activities or bust your own moves with lights, glow sticks and other sensory toys in a fun, club-like atmosphere. Bring out your SANTA BABIES for our Christmas party! Fancy dress encouraged.

When: Friday 20 December 2024 at 11:00 – 12:00

Where: Lawrence Batley Theatre

Cost: £7 – £10

Creative Kirklees

There are plenty more activities and events happening in Kirklees this Christmas! Visit Creative Kirklees to find out what else is happening near you.